Aerial view of the Château de Ray-sur-Saône, the river Saône, the village and the surrounding area - View of the Voie Bleue - Vesoul - Val de SaôneOne of Ray-sur-Saône’s main assets is undoubtedly its majestic château. Built on the ruins of a medieval fortress destroyed in the wars of the 17th century, Ray-sur-Saône castle proudly dominates the Saône valley. Although only the surrounding wall and towers remain from the medieval castle, they have been carefully restored in parallel with the construction of the new castle.
Aerial view of the Château de Ray-sur-Saône and its grounds - Vesoul-Val de Saône
Aerial view of the Château de Ray-sur-Saône with the Saône in the background - Vesoul-Val de Saône
A cyclist pedals on the Voie Bleue, along the Saône - Vesoul-Val de Saône
A couple of cyclists cycle on the Voie Bleue, along the Saône with Rupt-sur-Saône castle in the background - Vesoul-Val de SaôneThe château is surrounded by 6 hectares of English-style parkland, a haven of peace and greenery. The château is open to the public and can only be visited in the company of a guide, allowing you to learn more about its fascinating history and well-kept secrets.
From the village, the Voie Bleue cycle route takes you to Rupt-sur-Saône. Here you can admire another castle, now privately owned, with its 16th-century dwelling, farm and, above all, its medieval tower, which greets you from afar.
As well as its magnificent château, Ray-sur-Saône can be explored through its streets and old houses, each of which tells part of the local story. These include the 16th-century Maison des Moines, a perfect example of the region’s traditional architecture.
A family visits the village of Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de Saône
Oratory and roadside cross known as the pillory of Ray-sur-Saône - City of character - Vesoul - Val de Saône
Beautiful stone facades with a plaque "Le Chapitre de Ray" in Ray-sur-Saône - Cité de caractère - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA family visits the village of Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de SaôneOratory and roadside cross known as the pillory of Ray-sur-Saône - City of character - Vesoul - Val de SaôneBeautiful stone facades with a plaque "Le Chapitre de Ray" in Ray-sur-Saône - Cité de caractère - Vesoul - Val de Saône
In the heart of the village of Ray-sur-Saône, trees surround the church with its typical Franche-Comté glazed tiles - Cité de caractère - Vesoul - Val de Saône
View of the church tower at Ray-sur-Saône with its glazed tiles - Cité de caractère - Vesoul - Val de SaôneSaint-Pancrace church, listed as a Historic Monument, is another gem not to be missed. Topped by its typical Comtois bell tower, it is a clever blend of architectural styles, the result of numerous reconstructions carried out at different times. The oldest parts of the church date back to the 13th century. Nearby, don’t miss the wash-house with its two limestone basins.
View of the village of Rau-sur-Saône with the Saône in the background - Cité de caractère - Vesoul - Val de Saône 
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